Sermons

1 Kings 3 = King Solomon Bible Background: Solomon was the 2nd son of King David & Bathsheba (David had 9 other sons as well). When David dies, Solomon (not the oldest) is his choice to be king of the United Monarchy (when Israel and Judah were united). Solomon ruled 970-931 BCE and is

Joshua 24=Farewell Address, Invitation, Challenge, Warning! Bible Background: The book of Joshua is the first book beyond the Torah (1st five books, whose authorship was traditionally attributed to Moses.) A new generation of Israelites have settled in the promised land. God has been faithful.

EXODUS 14 = CROSSING THE RED SEA Background: After the time of Joseph, the Israelites become slaves in Egypt. Life gets worse and worse for them. God hears the cries of the people and promises deliverance. God chooses Moses to lead the people out of Egypt. This pivotal event is known as the

Genesis 12 = Call of Abram and Sarai Bible Background: This is where the stories of God and God’s world move from “pre-history” to identifiable people, places, and dates. God’s dealing with humankind now focuses on one older, childless couple, to whom God promises many